Governor Justice’s ‘Babydog’ is the most famous but not the only pet with a Capitol connection; five new pets today
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CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia Governor Jim Justice’s “Babydog” clearly is the most famous dog in the state, but she is not the only pet connected to the State Capitol.
Numerous elected officials, state employees, lobbyists, association representatives, attorneys and visitors to the State Capitol have their own dogs, cats and other types of pets.
To bring a little whimsy to what can be a busy and often stressful 60-day session, the West Virginia Press Association is inviting anyone involved in the legislative process or working at the Capitol to share a photo of their favorite pet.
Each day, WV Press will share photos of the pets online here at WVPress.org and in its daily newsletter: Today’s WVPA News.
To kick off the event, we are featuring several dogs: Governor Justice and Babydog; Sarah Linger and Lewis County High School therapy dog Jasper, who were recognized at the State of the State Address; West Virginia Press Association Executive Director Don Smith’s dog, Boozer; AARP-WV State Director Gaylene Miller’s dog, Lily; Fulks and Associates president Carol Fulks’ dog, Bella; Charlie and Megan Roskovensky’s miniature schnauzers, Oskar & Sophie. Charlie is deputy general counsel for the WV House of Delegates, and Megan is director of Government Relations, WV Health Care Association, and more.
To have your pet included, email your pet picture to [email protected] and list your name, job, and pet’s name. If your pet doesn’t appear within a day or two, please email [email protected] or call 304-550-0454 as we may have missed it.
This is just for fun and positive energy. If you are a former legislator, retired government employee, or citizen who worked at the Capitol in some capacity, send your pictures.
To our fellow news organizations: If your news organization covers the legislative or carries legislative coverage, send your pictures.
And if you have lost your pet, we are so sorry. You are invited to share a photo.
As you can see, it’s not just dogs: Cats, birds, … ah … even snakes and spiders … are welcome … all pets with a Capitol connection.
New pictures will be added each day. Enjoy.
